Contact

Us
Administration

Principal Jessica Bennington - benningtonj@ogdensd.org

Assistant Principal Steve Merkley merkleys@ogdensd.org

Counselors
9th Grade Deb Alverson alversond@ogdensd.org
8th Grade Lorilee Montgomery montgomeryl@ogdensd.org

Secretaries

Head Secretary Kristi Morris morrisk@ogdensd.org 801-737-8601

Department Heads

Science Hannah Robinson robinsonh@ogdensd.og

History Megan Brandley brandleym@ogdensd.org

Student Govnt. Aubrey Page pagea@ogdensd.org

ESL Shelley Angerhofer angerhofers@ogdensd.org

CTE Jessica Baxter baxterj@ogdensd.org

Athletic Director Levi Collins collinsl@ogdensd.org

Mathematics Kaye Moulding mouldingk@ogdensd.org

Financial Secretary Jill Barnard barnardj@ogdensd.org 801-737-8580

Language Arts - Kim Richards richardsk@ogdensd.org

Attendance Secretary Becky Coria coriab@ogdensd.org 801-737-8606

Junior High School

7th Grade Katie Johnson johnsonk@ogdensd.org

Counseling Secretary Veronica Coria - coriav@ogdensd.org 801-737-8575

Mount Ogden

MOUNT OGDEN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

3260 Harrison Blvd.

Ogden, UT 84404 801-737-8600

Student Handbook
2016-2017


Table of Contents

Mission

Attendance
Citizenship & Grading

Dress Code
Athletics

Bell Schedule

Honors Information
7th Grade

8th Grade
9th Grade
High School

Additional Information and Resources

Important Phone Numbers

Main Office801-737-7800
Administration, general questions
Attendance801-737-8606
Attendance reporting, checking out students, student records, withdrawing
students
Counseling.801-737-8575
Counselors, new student registration, general questions
Finances/Fees/Student Accounts801-737-8580

Mission Statement

CELL PHONES/ELECTRONICS
Students are allowed to have cell phones and electronics.
They are only allowed to use them in the halls, at lunch, or
any other break that is non-instructional time

1.
Warning (First week of school)
2.
Parent must pick up the phone from the bookstore.

We will work collaboratively with parents, families, and

community members to create an environment that fosters
learning, cultivates high student achievement, and develops
critical thinkers and problem solvers by meeting the
diverse social and academic needs of all students. We will
provide quality instruction that results in achievement for
all.
School Theme

Student Organization InitiativeStudent Supplies

Each student at Mount Ogden Jr. High will be required to
carry a three-ring binder to every class. The purpose of a
binder is to teach and increase student organization skills.
The binder will also be a tool for each student to house
important academic work and information.
Binder Requirements

Good quality
3-ring binder 2 or 2 with pocket inserts
8 colored tab subject dividers to separate each
academic class
School calendar
3-hole punch zipper pouch to store supplies
Two or more pens
Two or more pencils
Filler paper

T.E.A.M- Together Everyone Achieves More!

School Motto
R.A.M.S- Responsible, Achieving, Motivated Students and Staff
CHAMPS
CHAMPS is a tool providing support for positive behavior
throughout the school by encouraging appropriate behavior in
area and activity.
C Conversation
H - Help
A - Activity
M - Movement
P Participation
S - Success
In each area of the school, as well as classrooms, CHAMPS
expectations are displayed describing the desired behavior
appropriate for the setting.

 Attendance Policy
Each quarter, we expect every student to have at least 93% attendance
in every class, every school day and less than 3 tardies. The process of
education requires continuity of instruction, class participation, and
study. Frequent absences from classes disrupt the instructional process.
Parents/guardians are encouraged to work with the school in promoting
the regular attendance of all students. Parents should be judicious in
allowing non-attendance.

Additional Information

PBISPositive Behavioral Intervention and Support

Absences

Student of the Month : Students are nominated by teachers and

staff monthly for exhibiting behavior following CHAMPS such
as: respect, responsibility, and motivation to achieve. Students
are recognized and given an award. Parents are encouraged to
attend.

Secondary students shall be considered absent from a single class if they

miss more than 15 minutes of the class and are considered absent for the
entire day if they miss more than two (2) periods/classes from the
school day.

RAMS Tickets: Students are rewarded daily with RAMS tickets

for following CHAMPS procedures throughout the school
students may exchange tickets every Friday for prizes in the
counseling center.

There may be an occasion with a valid/legitimate parental excuse that a

student can be excused from school. In the event a student will be
absent, the parents are expected to call the school before 8:30 am
or send a written note with the student when they return to school.
Late work and make-up work shall be accepted by all teachers in
accordance with the procedures established by the school.
Legitimate excuses are:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Illness
Medical/dental appointment
Court Date
Bereavement for a close family relative
Pre-arranged absence

Registration Information


New to MOJH!
Please call and make an appointment for registration with Ms.
Coria @ 801-737-8575. Please bring the following items with
you to your appointment:

Tardies
Students are expected to be in class on time. Tardy sweeps are conducted
every period. Teachers are expected to close their doors when the bell rings
and begin class immediately. Students who are late will go to the
attendance window to receive an admit to class slip. Excessive tardies will
be handled by the office and will follow the tardy consequence policy.

Proof of Address
Birth Certificate
Immunization Records
Withdrawal Form from previous school
Transcripts and Report Card from previous school
Applying for fee waiver and/or free or reduced lunches
please bring proof of income. (Forms available in the
office.)

 High School CCR

CITIZENSHIP POLICY
The purpose of having a citizenship policy is to improve behavior and
attendance at school and school sponsored activities.
The citizenship grade will be determined by a students behavior and
attendance for each class. Non class related behavior issues will affect a
students citizenship grade in advisory.
Citizenship Grades

Honors (H) = No behavior issues or a total of 1 absence/tardy per
quarter.
Satisfactory (S) = No more than two documented Level I or Level II
offenses or a total of 2-3 absences/tardies per quarter.
Needs Improvement (N) = No more than three documented Level I or
Level II offenses or 1 documented Level III offense or a total of 4
absences/tardies per quarter.
Unsatisfactory (U) = 4 or more documented Level I or Level II
offenses, more than 1 documented Level III offense, or 1 or more
documented Level IV or Level V offense or a total of 5 or more
absences/tardies per quarter.

Grading
Class work/Formative Assessments/Homework
35% of quarter grade
Class work must include a variety of assignments such as bell work,
notebook/binder checks, quizzes, group work, in-class tasks, class participation,
etc.
Summative Assessments
65% of quarter grade
(3 or more)
Summative assessments must include a variety of assignments such as tests,
embedded assessments, comprehensive writing assignments, projects, etc.

Every teachers grading policy will include the following grading scale:
A

93

A- 90

B+ 87

C+ 77

D+ 67

83

C 73

D 63

B- 80

C- 70

D- 60

F 59

 High School Graduation Requirements

MOUNT OGDEN DRESS CODE

Approved by the Community Council May 13, 2015

1.

Vulgar, lewd, or plainly offensive clothing will not be worn at school. Items
advertising inappropriate material such as gambling, skulls, nicotine,
alcohol, drug products, sexually suggestive images, or violence, are a
violation of the Student Conduct Code.

2.

Screen print or embroidery is not allowed unless the image is smaller than
the size of a quarter. Patterns such as stripes, polka dots, and plaids, are
permissible.

3.

Clothing may be worn anytime representing colleges, universities and

schools/events within Ogden School District.

4.

Students MAY wear hoodies with the following conditions:

a. Hoods may not be worn in the building at any time.
b. No oversized hoodies or oversized pockets are allowed.
c. Rules 1 thru 3 must be adhered to.

5.

Bare midriffs, tank tops, halter tops or other revealing clothing will not be
worn at school, such as but not inclusive to, lace tops and shear tops, unless
worn with capped solid sleeved shirt underneath. Spaghetti straps are not
allowed. If you child raises his/her arms and any skin on the torso shows,
the shirt is too short.

6.

Low cut shirts are not allowed.

7.

Head gear, such as caps/hats, bandannas, scarves, or sunglasses worn

indoors are not appropriate at school.

8.

Clothing appropriate for outdoor use, including but not limited to, jackets,
coats, windbreakers, and gloves will not be worn indoors.

9.

Shorts and skirts must be closer to the knee than the top of the leg. Skirt,
dress, and short length still apply even if leggings are worn underneath.

10. Pants, shorts, and skirts must fit and be worn in a reasonable manner,
without being extremely baggy, saggy, tight, or low cut

9th Grade Elective Classes

Intro to Manufacturing Tech~ Intro to Manufacturing is set up for the students to learn
the basics of wood construction, which includes hand tools, power tools, finishing and
knowledge of different construction techniques. Integrated technology assists in problem
solving. Half year

a. Tight pants, like leggings, can be worn if the shirt/sweater
goes below the students bottom.
b. Tights and dance/exercise wear are not considered pants.

Intro to Communications Technology~ Communications Technology will teach students

to store, analyze, manipulate, record, and transmit information through four or more
areas(1)Drafting and design and related careers, (2)Electronic communications and related
careers, (3)Audio visual/multimedia communications and related careers, and (4)Graphic
communications and related careers. Half year

11. Hair shall be worn in a clean and well-groomed manner. Extreme

and disruptive hair styles such as, but not inclusive to: Mohawks,
spikes/faux hawks more than 2 inches, steps, cut out designs or hair
colors (blue, green, pink, etc.) are not allowed.

Beginning Choir~ This course provides opportunities for students to develop their musical
potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral ensemble. Study includes
the care and cultivation of a beautiful tone, aesthetic awareness, and the ability to read
music, the building of technical skills, team spirit and responsible rehearsal habits.
Attention will also be given to relating their music experiences to personal development.
Half year

12. Visible body piercing, other than ears, is not allowed. Earrings
that gauge and/or spikes in the ear are not allowed. Solid colored
plugs are allowed.

13. Holes, snags or tears that reveal skin in pants, shorts, or skirts,
will not be allowed above the knee.

Advanced Choir~ This is an audition only class for those desiring to have a quality choir
experience as well as participate in the musical. Full or Half year

14. No graffiti or pen markings on clothing or exposed skin. No

tattoos are allowed.

Beginning Band~ This class provides opportunities for students to develop their musical
potential and aesthetic understanding through learning to play a woodwind, brass, or
percussion instrument. No prerequisite course is required. Full year

15. Sleepwear worn in the school is prohibited. Slippers are not

allowed.

Intermediate Jazz Band~ First time jazz students will be learning to improvise solos and
become part of a traditional Big Band Jazz ensemble. Students will perform a minimum of
one ad lib solo at a performance during the semester. Half year
Performance Band~ Students will continue learning to play their chosen instruments from
Adv/Beg band. This band will play a minimum of three school concerts, one elementary
tour and one state band festival and other performance opportunities as they become
available. Full year
Advanced Band~ Students will continue learning to play their chosen instruments from
beginning band and perform concerts and band festivals. This class is geared towards
second year band students. Full year
Advanced Jazz Band~ Second year jazz band students continue to learn how to improvise
and expand their skills and music styles in the Big Band jazz ensemble. Students will
perform a minimum of one ad lib solo at a performance during the semester. Half year
Beginning Orchestra~ This class is for students wanting to learn to play the violin, viola,
cello, or string bass AND have fun making music. Instruments will be available for rent.
Private lessons are strongly encouraged. Full year
Advanced Orchestra~ This is a combined class of intermediate and advanced students and
expands upon the concepts learned in Beginning Orchestra. The orchestra will attend festivals
and will have solo experiences. Private lessons are strongly encouraged. Full year

16. Clothing or paraphernalia that is gang related, as interpreted by

the school administration in conjunction with local law
enforcement, is prohibited. No Old English writing. No clothing
with directional indications allowed. (North, South, East, or
West.)

Building administrators have the final say on Mount Ogdens dress code
issues.
Enforcement of the Dress Code
Students will not be allowed to turn shirts inside out to avoid
detection of Dress Code Violation.
The first and second offense, students will call home to get
clothing that meets the Dress Code. Students will wait in ISS (In
School Suspension) until appropriate clothing arrives.
The third offense, student will be sent home and may not return
until a meeting is held with the parent.
Every offense after the fourth offense will require a parent

9th Grade Elective Classes

Athletics

Speech & Drama~ This is a great class for students to learn and build confidence
performing, acting, and presenting their work to their peers. Learning activities in this class
include: Reading and studying plays, scripts, and poems and/or monologues, some stage
makeup basics, pantomime, and writing and performing in a film. Half year

Football (8th and 9th), Girls Soccer (MOJH and OHS), Cross
Country (MOJH and OHS), Girls Tennis (OHS), Cheer (8th and 9th),
and Volleyball (MOJH and OHS)

Publications~ Students in Publications do many things around Mt. Ogden Junior High.
These students are part of a video production crew that puts together MTV News, created
the yearbook, writes the school newspaper, Mount Ogden Minute, and puts together
bulletin boards and posters to go up throughout the school. A strong commitment to
meeting deadlines is required, which may include necessary after school and weekend
work. This class is a team effort and good people skills are necessary. Students interested in
being in Publications must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and 90% or above in attendance with
minimal tardiness. Full year

Fall Sports

Winter Sports
Girls Basketball (MOJH and OHS), Boys Basketball (MOJH and
OHS), Swimming (OHS), Cheer (8th and 9th), and Wrestling (MOJH
and OHS)
Spring Sports
Boys Soccer (MOJH and OHS), Softball (MOJH and OHS), Baseball
(MOJH and OHS), Cheer (8th and 9th), Track and Field (MOJH and
OHS), Girls Golf (OHS), and Boys Tennis (OHS)
Tryout dates will be posted throughout the summer!
Athletic Director = Mr. Collins 801-7378617 collinsl@ogdensd.org
MOJH Clubs
Club/Guild
MESA

Advisor
Mr. Budge

Meetings are held on Tuesdays after school. Please see Mr. Budge if
you have any questions.
Chess Club

Mr. Black

The Chess Club meets on every Tuesday from 3:10-4:00 in room

204.
YMCA - After School Program
Need help?! Academic *Enrichment:Homework Help, Study Tips
and Tricks and Individual Tutoring *Active Lifestyles: Sports,
Games, Music, Art and Dance *Nutrition and Cooking Classes BE
YOURSELF MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Spanish~ Students engage in conversations, provide and obtain information, express

feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions. Students will understand and interpret
written and spoken language on a variety of tipis. Students present information, concepts
and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics. Full year
Art II~ In Art II, students begin a journey of self-directed exploration of different styles
and media. With the guidance of the teacher and other journeymen, the student artists
decide from all our available units which ones they wish to learn. Drawing, painting,
collage, digital photography, mask making, printmaking and weaving are all part of the
program. Half year
Studio Art~ Studio Art is an accelerated art class. Students are invited to participate based
on skill level, behavior and desire to learn. All of the curriculum and media are available to
Studio artists. Advanced individual and group instruction is offered as well. Half year
ROTC~ Students will learn to appreciate the ethical values and principles that underlie
good citizenship. They will also develop leadership potential, while living and working
cooperatively with others and be able to think logically. Students will learn to communicate
effectively with others, both orally and in writing. Students will learn to appreciate the
importance of physical fitness in maintaining good health and understand the importance
of high school graduation for a successful future, and learn about college. Full year
Dynamic Fitness~ Dynamic Fitness is a class that teaches all around lifelong wellness skill
including cardio, strength resistance and flexibility. Half year
Introduction to Engineering Design~ Introduction to Engineering Design is a high school
level course that is appropriate for 9th or 10th grade students who are interested in design
and engineering. The major focus of the IED course is to expose students to design process,
research and analysis, teamwork, communication methods, global and human impacts,
engineering standards, and technical documentation. Full year
Foods and Nutrition~ This course is designed for student who are interested in
understanding the principals of nutrition and in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Attention
will be given to the selection and preparation of food and personal health and well-being.
Technical Design ~ This course prepares individuals to develop technical knowledge and
skills required to plan and prepare scale pictorial interpretations of engineering and design
concepts. This includes instruction in the use of 2D or 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD)
software, sketching, drawing layout, geometric construction, orthographic projection, and
dimensioning.

Bell Schedule

9th Grade CCR

Monday - Thursday

1st Semester

First Bell @ 8:10 a.m.

Course Number Course Name Credit (1.0 or .5)

Language Arts 1.0

Earth Systems or Biology

Math 1.0

4 Geography

1.0

.5
.5

(80 min. class/5 min. announce.

2/6 Period 9:45 - 11:05 a.m.

(80 minutes)

3/7 Period 11:10 - 1:00 p.m.

min.)

(30 min. lunch/80 min. class = 110

st

Lunch 11:05-11:35

nd

rd

1 Lunch
2 Lunch

Class 11:40-1:00

Class (1 ) 11:1011:50

Lunch 11:50-12:20

Class (2 ) 12:251:00

Class 11:10-12:30

Lunch 12:30-1:00

st

Participation Skills

3 Lunch

4/8 Period 1:05 - 2:25 p.m.

Interventions/ 2:30 - 3:05 p.m.

(35 minutes)

Total

= 8

Extensions

nd

(80 minutes)

2nd Semester

1/5 Period 8:15 - 9:40 a.m.

=85 min.)

Friday (Early out/PLCs)

Course Number Course Name Credit (1.0 or .5)

Language Arts

1.0

Earth Systems or Biology

1.0

2/6 Period 9:30 10:40 a.m.

(70 minutes)

Math 1.0

3/7 Period 10:45 12:25 p.m.

(30 min. lunch/70 min. class = 100 min.)

First Bell @ 8:10 a.m.

1/5 Period 8:15 - 9:25 a.m. (70 minutes)

st

Lunch 10:40-11:10

2 Lunch

nd

3rd Lunch

4 Computer Technology .5

1 Lunch

Total

= 8

Class 11:15-12:25

Class (1 ) 10:4511:20

Lunch 11:20-11:50

Class (2 ) 11:5512:25

Class 10:45-11:55

Lunch 11:5512:25

st

4/8 Period 12:30-1:40 p.m.

(70 minutes)

Advisory 1:45 - 2:05 p.m. (20 minutes)

PLC

2:20-3:40 p.m.

(80 minutes)

nd

8th Grade Elective Classes

FACS Exploratory~ FACS Exploration provides students the opportunity to learn
essential life skills on a basic level. We will be covering Food and Nutrition and
Clothing and Textiles. Students will be required to complete two projects. The
sewing projects will include a pair of pajama pants, boxer-style shorts, or a purse.
Other options are available. See teacher for approval. Completing a sewing project
is a required assignment as part of this class. The sewing project is half of your
students grade. In addition to a small class fee, students will be required to
provide fabric for the project, pins and elastic. Black and white thread, seam
rippers, and scissors are provided. *small fee required Half year
Beginning Choir~ This course provides opportunities for students to develop
their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral
ensemble. Study includes the care and cultivation of a beautiful tone, aesthetic
awareness, and the ability to read music, the building of technical skill, team spirit,
and responsible rehearsal habit. Attention will also be given to relating their music
experiences to personal development. Half year
Advanced Choir~ This is an audition only class for those desiring to have a quality
choir experience as well as participate in the musical. Full or Half year
Beginning Band~ This class provides opportunities for students to develop their
musical potential and aesthetic understanding through learning to play a
woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument. No prerequisite course is required.
Full year
Intermediate Jazz Band~ First time jazz students will be learning to improvise
solos and become part of a traditional Big Band jazz ensemble. Students will
perform a minimum of 1 ad lib solo at a performance during the semester. Half
year
Performance Band~ Students will continue learning to play their chosen
instrument from Adv/Beg Band. Full year
Advanced Band~ Students will continue learning to play their chosen instruments
from beginning band and perform concerts and band festivals. This class is geared
towards second year band students. Full year
Advanced Jazz Band~ Second year jazz band students continue to learn how to
improvise and expanding their skills and music styles in the Big Band jazz
ensemble. Students will perform a minimum of one ad lib solo at a performance
during the semester. Half year

Beginning Orchestra~ This class if for students wishing to learn to play the violin,
viola, cello, or string bass AND have fun making music. Instruments will be
available for rent; private lessons are strongly encouraged. Full year

Advanced Orchestra~ This is a combined class of intermediate and advanced

Honors Class Offerings

8th Grade Elective Classes

Advanced Orchestra~ This is a combined class of intermediate and
advanced students and expands upon the concepts learned in Beginning
Orchestra. The orchestra will attend festivals and will have solo experiences.
Private lessons are strongly encouraged. Full year
Speech & Drama~ This class is a great class for students to learn and build
confidence performing, acting, and presenting their work to their peers.
Learning activities in this class include: reading and studying plays, scripts,
and poems, writing and performing a puppet show. Half year
Spanish I~ Students engage in conversations, provide and obtain
information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions. Students
will understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of
topics. Students present information, concepts, and ideas to an audience of
listeners readers on a variety of topics. Full year

Language Arts Honors

Math Honors

Science Honors
Utah Studies Honors

Art~ Art I is an introductory class. Art I teaches students to be self-directed

artists by preparing students with the skills necessary for understanding and
exploring art. Half year

Language Arts Honors

Art II~ In Art II, students begin a journey of self-directed exploration of

different art styles and media. With the guidance of the teacher and other
journeymen, the student artists decide from all our available units which
ones they which to learn. Drawing, painting, collage, digital photograph, mask
making, printmaking and weaving are all part of the program. Half year

Math Honors

Creative Coding ~ This elective course is for 7th and 8th grade students that
want to start learning about computer science. The content will feature
learning coding through designing games online and apps, as well as other
information about the coding process.

US History Honors

Math CC9
Science Honors

Dynamic Fitness~ Dynamic Fitness is a class that teaches all around lifelong
wellness skills including cardio, strength, resistance and flexibility. Half year
Gateway to Technology~ This class is a STEM elective with curriculum
including robotics and engineering. Half year

Language Arts Honors

Math Honors
Secondary Math II

Biology

Geography Honors

AP Geography

8th Grade CCR

1st Semester

Course Number Course Name Credit (1.0 or .5)

Language Arts 1.0

Science 1.0

Math 1.0

US History 1.0

Reading 1.0

6 Health

.5

Total

= 8

2nd Semester

Course Number Course Name Credit (1.0 or .5)

Language Arts

1.0

Earth Systems

1.0

Math 1.0

4 US History
5

1.0

Reading 1.0

6 Physical Education

.5

Total

= 8